Eats:

Markgräfler Hof
The imaginative Baden cuisine in this restaurant ranges from braised tomatoes and artichokes with lukewarm vegetables to fricasseed calves' liver with fresh herbs and brägele (pan-fried potatoes). It's hard to go wrong with the wide variety of choices. A small but fine wine list complements the menu.

Address: Gerberau 22, Freiburg, Germany
Telephone: 0761/32540
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Kolben - Kaffee
Enjoy coffee and croissants, sandwiches made with baguettes and black forest ham, and homemade cakes and pastries. Excellent quality. Friendly folks.

Address: Kaiser Joseph Str.237, 79098 Freiburg
Telephone: 0761/3 87 00 24
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Freiburger Markthalle/ Martins Bräu: Freiburg's International Market-hall
Under one roof you have access to cuisines from all over the world: Chinese, Thai, Mexican, Italian, French, Indian, American, Turkish... Take your pick. Or if you like German food, and beer for that matter, go directly to Martins Bräu, Freiburg's oldest guesthouse brewery.

Address: Kaiser Joseph Strasse 233
Telephone: + 49 (0)761/38700-0
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Shopping:

Käsespezialitäten Am Münsterplatz: Cheese
Cheeses from around the world are the order of the day at kasespezialitaten. If you can get past the strong odor of hundreds of cheeses commingling once you pass through the doors, you will enjoy friendly, knowledgeable service and special tastings, not to mention a whole new appreciation for cheese and cheese making.

Address: Münsterplatz 16, 79098 Freiburg
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Markethalle
The Markethalle takes place on the Münster Square in front of the cathedral, and is open every weekday from 7am to 1pm. Here, vendors offer a large variety of fruits and vegetables. On one side, farmers sell local fruit, vegetables, meats, cheeses, sausages and bread, as well as teas and spices. On the other side, craftspeople sell wooden toys, carvings and candles, many of them from the Black Forest. As they have for centuries, Freiburg’s residents come to the marketplace at least once a week—usually Saturday—to do their shopping. Even though it may be less convenient or more expensive than going to a supermarket, the locals know not only where the goods came from, but also the families who produce them. It’s tradition.

Address: Cathedral Square, Freiburg, Germany
http://www.hhog.de/en/showCity_en.php?cityID=10008&folderID=10215

The Old Quarter
A stroll through Freiburg's lively old quarter is always a delight. As well as department stores and specialty shops, there are fashion boutiques, perfumeries, jewelers, bookstores, art and antique stores, toy shops and leather goods shops. The lower old town between Haupstrasse and the river along Unterestrasse is a restored section of town of smart looking homes, enchanting courtyards, unusual specialty shops, neighborhood restaurants, bakeries and cafes that are favorites of locals and tourists alike.

Black Forest Region
The Black Forest region is known for its handicrafts. Cuckoo clocks are still made (and sold) here, as they have been for centuries, along with hand-carved wood items and exquisite examples of glassblowing. Of course, don’t leave without picking up one of Germany’s prized Black Forest hams, or one of the specialty wines of the region.

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Lodgings:

Colombi
A modern hotel with lots of glass and a legendary name, the Colombi is located within walking distance to the old town and city center. Named after the nobel family Colombi, whose name became synonymous with gracious living in Germany in the 18th century, the hotel continues in the Colombi tradition by offering its guests gracious surroundings and the highest level of service. Homemade pastries and desserts are available in the in-house cafe and bakery.

Address: Roland Burtsche KG, Rotteckring 16, 79098 Freiburg
Telephone: +49 761 21060
http://www.colombi.de/english/indexe.htm

Dorint Am Konzerthaus
The Dorint Novotel Freiburg is a four-star hotel, close to the city center, with direct access to the Freiburg Konzerthaus concert hall and convention center and opposite the main railway station. Just a short walk to Freiburg Cathedral, the hotel features a modern lobby, the Scotch Corner bar, La Rotonde restaurant, a terrace and conference rooms. Indoor pool, free sauna and wellness and beauty treatments complete the picture. Superbly located with excellent accommodations and amenities.

Address: Konrad Adenauer Platz 2, 79098 Freiburg, Germany
Telephone: +49 761 38890
http://www.accorhotels.com/accorhotels/fichehotel/gb/nov/5383/fiche_hotel.shtml

Mercure Hotel Freiburg Am Muenster
The newly renovated three-star Mercure Hotel Freiburg Am Munster is located on the edge of the pedestrian area in the historic town center, opposite the Schlossberg hill. There is public indoor pay parking in the basement of the hotel. Meet in a relaxed atmosphere and enjoy regional specialties in the restaurant or in the bistro bar. Take advantage of their central location to visit the Black Forest, Switzerland or France.

Address: uf der Zinnen 1, 79098 Freiburg, Germany
Telephone: 49 761 38510
http://www.accorhotels.com/accorhotels/fichehotel/gb/mer/0492/fiche_hotel.shtml

 

Hangouts:

Funpark
Dance club Funpark is a large-scale, ultra cool nightclub in the northern industrial zone of Freiburg. The wild decor includes an airplane.

Address: Hans-Bunte-Str. 16, Freiburg, Germany
Telephone: 0761/556-5757
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Stühlinger
Nightlife in Freiburg takes place in the city's Kneipen (pubs), wine bars, and wine cellars, which are plentiful on the streets around the cathedral. For student pubs, wander around Stühlinger, the neighborhood immediately south of the train station.

http://www.fodors.com/miniguides/mgresults.cfm?destination=black_forest@228&cur_section=nig&property_id=363145

Jazzhaus
Music Club, (Jazz), Jazzhaus has live music and draws big acts and serious up-and-coming artists to its brick cellar.

Address: Schnewlinstr. 1, Freiburg, Germany
Telephone: 0761/34973
http://www.fodors.com/miniguides/mgresults.cfm?destination=black_forest@228&cur_section=nig&property_id=70643

Kagan Cafe Bar Club Lounge
A mixed crowd meets daily (and nightly) at Kagan cafe Bar Club Lounge on the 18th floor of a skyscraper over the train station. Open 'til the wee hours, it has incomparable views of Old Towne and a cafe on the lower level that is open both before and during club hours.

Address: Bismarckallee 9, Freiburg, Germany
Telephone: 0761/767-2766
http://www.fodors.com/miniguides/mgresults.cfm?destination=black_forest@228&cur_section=nig&property_id=363148